Here are five new releases from Pauline Books and Media, the publishing arm of the Daughters of St. Paul., just in time for Christmas.
Brilliant! 25 Catholic Scientists, Mathematicians and Supersmart People
By David Warren; illustrated by Jaclyn Warren
In an effort to help children learn about the relationship between faith and science, Pauline Books & Media partnered with Word on Fire Institute to present an exciting new book for children. This book introduces children to many of the Catholics who have been behind ground-breaking discoveries in science and math for centuries. Children will embark on an adventure through history where they’ll meet faith-filled pioneers in every field from anatomy to astrophysics.
The Four Gospels for Young Catholics
By A. Ciucci, M. Fossati, G. Perego, P. Sartor
This new book enables parents and teachers to introduce children to Scripture. The translation used is easily understandable (NRSV Catholic Edition) and approved by the Church. Helpful notes and explanations on virtually every page also help children to understand symbolic language and difficult-to-grasp concepts. “The Four Gospels for Young Catholics” will help children begin to read and understand Scripture in its fullness and richness. And most importantly, children will learn about the incredible love Jesus has for them.
Complaints of the Saints: Stumbling Upon Holiness with a Crabby Mystic
By Mary Lea Hill, FSP
Saints are human, and humans complain. A lot. How can we reconcile these two facts? Despite the somewhat one-dimensional portraits of sanctity that we find in some devotional material, every saint struggled in his or her life. And it was not always easy for them to handle their struggles gracefully. Sister Mary Lea Hill’s book shares some of the saints’ responses to suffering. The witty anecdotes and wisdom the author conveys are both consoling and relatable, teaching us that the saints experienced the same emotions we do in the face of hardship. And they complained to God! Just as the saints used their human nature, faults, and even complaints as a means for growing closer to God, how we react to our trials can be a means for drawing us closer to God. God can handle our feelings and complaints.
In Caelo et in Terra: 365 Days with the Saints
By the Daughters of St. Paul; Illustrated by Danielle Victoria Lussier, FSP
The saints were not picture perfect. But they were real men and women who loved Jesus in the midst of their struggles. In the most difficult moments in history, these men and women were lights in the darkness, prophets of hope, and beacons of peace. Joyfully persevering through life’s trials, they lived the Gospel in unique, fascinating, and inspiring ways.
More than 30 sisters worked on this monumental project for over a decade to write, design, and illustrate this timeless hardcover volume of 365 saints and blessed. It’s the hope of the sisters that this book will reflect the striking beauty of the saints’ lives — a meeting of heaven and earth.
Beholding Beauty: Mary and the Song of Songs
By Gregory Cleveland, OMV
Mystics have often used the “Song of Songs,” a classic love poem in the Bible, to express their intense longing for God. In this captivating and original book, Father Gregory Cleveland, OMV, shows how the image of the Bride in the “Song of Songs” can help you to understand and grow in relationship with Mary the Mother of God. As you read about Mary’s mystical union with the Holy Trinity, you will also learn more about the beauty of your own call to grow in union with God!
These volumes are available at the Pauline Book and Media Center, 1143 Bishop Street in downtown Honolulu. For more information, call 521-2731, email honolulu@paulinemedia.com, or visit www.pauline.org.
